[navyblue]

The G stands for Geometry, not some god.

I don't doubt your story. But the man should not have done that. It is the custom that all men should come to ask of their own free will. Nopardons is correct. The proper procedure is for one wishing to become a member must ask to join.

[stephenjohnbanker]

I appreciate your point. I hold absolutely NO animus towards the Masons. My grandfather was one. When I used the word "cult" it was not to denigrate anyone. I could fairly be considered part of the "physical fitness cult" See definition #2. Top Web Results for "cult" Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.0.1) - Cite This Source new! cult /kʌlt/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[kuhlt] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation –noun 1. a particular system of religious worship, esp. with reference to its rites and ceremonies. 2. an instance of great veneration of a person, ideal, or thing, esp. as manifested by a body of admirers: the physical fitness cult. 3. the object of such devotion. 4. a group or sect bound together by veneration of the same thing, person, ideal, etc.